Fake Facebook post is doing the rounds claiming Brits can get an instant ban

"No excuses" will be accepted by police, according to the post, with drivers advised to use Bluetooth or pull over and switch the engine off before taking calls.

The post appears real with official GOV.UK branding.

While it's true that you'll net points and a fine for using a mobile - a new automatic ban ruling is a fake, according to the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA).

A statement said: "You might have seen a post on Facebook over the last few days saying a new law has been passed, and anyone caught using a hand-held mobile phone while driving will instantly lose their driving licence for 3 months.